











Purchase a selected Breville product to enter to win a Breville Summer Wellness Prize (R)
Bonus Gift Pack and beanz.com discount when you buy this Breville Coffee Machine, via redemption(AF)
Product Overview
Key Features
- Manual coffee machine with stainless steel construction
- Works with coffee beans using integrated grinder
- 1680 Watt Power, 9 Bar Pump, 2 Litre Water Tank
- Stainless steel conical burr grinder with adjustable grind
- ThermoJet heating system and LCD interface for control
Purchase a selected Breville product to enter to win a Breville Summer Wellness Prize (R)
Bonus Gift Pack and beanz.com discount when you buy this Breville Coffee Machine, via redemption(AF)
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Breville
- Model Number:
- BES878BTR4JAN1
- Pump Power:
- 9 Bar Pump
- Heat Up Time:
- 3 Seconds
- Water Tank Capacity (L):
- 2
- Hopper Capacity (g):
- 250
- Controls:
- 1 Cup Volumetric Control, 2 Cup Volumetric Control, Manual Shot Control, Adjustable Grind Control, PID Temperature Control, 30 Grind Settings
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Yes
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
- Heating System:
- Thermocoil
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 1680
Options
- Auto Shut Off:
- Yes
General Information
- Type:
- Manual Coffee Machine
- Family:
- the Barista Pro
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Black Truffle
- Additional Features:
- LCD Interface, 1& 2 Cup Volumetric Control, 250g Bean Hopper, Stainless Steel Conical Bur Grinder, Adjustable Grind Control, Automatic Hands-free Dosing, Instant Steam After Extraction, 54mm Stainless Steel Portafilter, Dedicated Hot Water Outlet, Integra
- What's In The Box:
- Single & Dual Wall (1&2 Cup) Filter Baskets, The Razor Precision Dose Trimming Tool, 480ml Stainless Steel Milk Jug, Cleaning Kit, Water Filter
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Yes
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
- Heating System:
- Thermocoil
Options
- Auto Shut Off:
- Yes
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 406
- Product Depth (mm):
- 343
- Product Width (mm):
- 354
- Product Weight (kg):
- 9.08
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 422
- Box Width (mm):
- 392
- Box Depth (mm):
- 395
- Box Weight (kg):
- 11
Product Reviews of Breville The Barista Pro Espresso Machine Black Truffle

Overall Rating Snapshot
4.8 out of 5 stars from 213 reviews
92% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Easy to use and produces consistently high-quality, cafe-style coffee.
- Heats up quickly; ready to brew or steam in seconds, ideal for busy mornings.
- Built-in grinder allows fresh beans and adjustable grind sizes, but can be inconsistent and messy.
- Requires initial trial and error to dial in settings; some wastage of beans and milk at first.
- Offers customisation for temperature, shot length, and grind settings for personal taste.
- Build quality is strong, but coloured coatings can scratch easily and milk may not get hot enough for some users.
Pros
Cons
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 18 September 2026
Published on 13 October 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great coffee
Easy to use and makes a good coffee
Tess
Confirmed purchase 20 August 2026
Published on 16 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 19 June 2026
Published on 14 July 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Breville Pro
Very Happy
Cheryl
Confirmed purchase 7 May 2026
Published on 2 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Excellent results!
A great coffee maker for the home! Perfect coffees every time, & it pays for itself in less than a year by replacing just one cafe coffee a day.
Rachel
Confirmed purchase 26 March 2026
Published on 22 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Nice machine
Simple enough to use and make a great coffee
H
Confirmed purchase 28 March 2026
Published on 21 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great product
It is our first coffee machine and it did take a while to get it right but it’s working great now and we are very happy with our purchase.
Champion
Confirmed purchase 22 December 2025
Published on 14 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Love this coffee machine , bought mine 2 years ago, now purchased another for my mum.
Melissa
Confirmed purchase 28 November 2025
Published on 26 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Perfect coffee every time
Easy to use and gives the three beautiful layers baristas love to create to make the perfect blend.
Michele Scott
Confirmed purchase 25 August 2025
Published on 16 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Fantastic Machine
Easy to operate and makes the best cappuccino.
Adrian Warham
Confirmed purchase 10 May 2025
Published on 4 June 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
You've viewed 10 of 213 reviews
The below information is AI generated based on Australian websites information around this item. We have done our best to ensure its accuracy but suggest verifying any information within this tab before purchasing.
At a glance
The Breville Barista Pro is a manual espresso machine for home users who want fresh-ground coffee, guided workflows and milk texturing in one compact unit. It suits beginners stepping up from pods and more experienced coffee makers wanting faster heat-up and grind control. Key strengths are the built-in burr grinder, 3-second Thermocoil heating and LCD prompts. The trade-off is that it still needs hands-on technique and tuning for best results.
What it’s great for
- Home Espresso Making
- Flat Whites and Lattes
- Learning Barista Skills
- Daily Fresh-Bean Coffee
- Small Household Coffee Routines
Where it works best
- Home Kitchen
- Apartment Kitchen
- Family Kitchen
- Small Benchtops
Who it’s for
- Beginner Home Barista
- Hands-On Coffee Enthusiast
- Couple or Small Household
- Upgrade-from-Pod User
Things to consider
It offers strong all-in-one value, but compared with more premium espresso setups it gives you less separation between grinder and machine, so advanced users may want more specialised control.
Barista experience suitability
Hands-on home barista experience with guided support
Ease of cleaning score
7/10 - integrated design is convenient, but the grinder, steam wand and manual espresso workflow still need regular cleaning.
Beginner friendliness
8/10 - LCD prompts and built-in grinding help new users, though manual tamping, extraction and milk texturing still take practice.
Counter space suitability
8/10 - compact footprint for an all-in-one manual espresso machine, making it easier to fit on most kitchen benches.
Noise level vs category average
About average for a manual espresso machine with built-in grinder
Key benefits
- Thermocoil Heating System: Reaches brewing temperature in around 3 seconds so you can start making coffee with less waiting.
- Integrated Conical Burr Grinder: Grinds beans directly into the portafilter for fresher espresso preparation and fewer extra appliances on the bench.
- LCD Interface: Step-by-step grinding and extraction guidance makes the workflow easier to follow for newer users.
- Adjustable Grind Control: Lets you fine-tune coffee flavour and extraction to better match different beans.
- 9 Bar Pump: Provides consistent espresso extraction for balanced shots at home.
- Manual Steam Wand: Creates microfoam milk for flat whites, cappuccinos and latte art practice.
- 2 L Water Tank: Supports multiple coffees before you need to refill.
- 250 g Bean Hopper: Holds enough whole beans for regular daily use without constant topping up.
Q: Is this a good first espresso machine for beginners?
A: Yes. The LCD gives step-by-step grinding and extraction guidance, which makes the workflow easier to learn than a fully manual machine. It still needs hands-on tamping, dial-in and milk texturing practice for consistent results.
Q: Can it replace a pod machine for daily coffee?
A: Yes, if fresh-bean espresso and milk drinks matter more than push-button convenience. The built-in burr grinder and manual controls give you more control over flavour, but each cup takes more involvement than a pod-based setup.
Q: Will it suit busy mornings before work?
A: Yes, for quick one or two-cup routines. The Thermocoil system heats very quickly, so there is less waiting before brewing, though grinding, tamping and steaming are still manual steps that add time compared with a push-button machine.
Q: Does the steam wand froth milk automatically or manually?
A: It froths milk manually. The steam wand is designed for microfoam for flat whites, cappuccinos and latte-style drinks, but texture and temperature depend on your technique rather than an automatic milk system.
Q: Can it make a full mug of coffee?
A: Not in the same way as a drip coffee maker. The Barista Pro is built around espresso and milk-based drinks, so a larger mug usually means pulling extra espresso or diluting it for a long black rather than brewing a pot-style coffee.
Q: Is the Barista Pro noisy when grinding beans?
A: The built-in grinder adds the usual grinding noise expected for this type of machine. It is not positioned as a quiet model, so early-morning use will be more noticeable than with an espresso machine that does not grind beans internally.
Q: Will it take up much bench space?
A: Not compared with buying a separate grinder and espresso machine. This model combines both in one unit, which helps keep the benchtop footprint manageable, though you still need room around it to fill the tank and use the steam wand.



















